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City of Knox Tree Works Permits

The regulations for tree removal on private property in Knox City Council are as follows:

Permit Requirements:-

  • A permit is required to remove, destroy, or lop any tree with a trunk circumference greater than 0.5 meters at one meter above ground level.
  • Trees on properties under a Vegetation Protection Overlay (VPO), Significant Landscape Overlay (SLO), or Environmental Significance Overlay (ESO) typically require permits.

Exemptions:-

  • Dead trees or those posing an immediate risk to people or property do not require a permit.
  • Maintenance pruning, which involves removing less than one-third of the canopy, does not usually require a permit.

Application Process:-

Applications for tree removal permits can be submitted online or by contacting the council. Detailed reasons for removal and an arborist report may be required to support the application.

Considerations:

  • The council evaluates applications based on tree health, risk, biodiversity, and impact on the landscape.
  • Replacement planting might be required as a condition of permit approval.

For more detailed information, you can visit the Knox City Council website https://www.knox.vic.gov.au/our-services/building-and-planning/planning-services-and-permits/tree-removal-and-pruning-on-private-property.

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